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Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

An illustration of Washington Square Park with the Washington Square Arch in the background. Couples sit on the ground or on seats in the park. Above the Park is white text that reads “Sex on the Square.”

Sex on the Square: Debunking myths about casual sex

Casual sex is imbued with misconceptions and misrepresentations. Let’s talk about what it really looks like.
Shreya Tomar, Contributing Writer March 10, 2023

Did you come to NYU thinking casual sex would be like “Friends with Benefits” or “No Strings Attached”? Were you thinking that casual sex is only about drunken one-night...

Love, Sex and All the Rest: Casual Sex and Platonic Male/Female Friendships

April 27, 2016
Can guys and girls JUST be friends? Is truly casual, emotionally detached sex attainable? Read here.